Geology is the study of the earth. We will be specifically discussing Minerals, Rocks, Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes, and Earthquakes.

Notes
Water Cycle Notes- water_cycle-3 (2).ppt

Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Notes- weathering, erosion, deposition notes.ppt


Labs
Stream Table Lab
Questions:
1) What effect did the flowing water have on sand?
2) Did elevation of your stream make a difference? If so, how?
3) Did the speed of the water affect how it went through the meanders in the pathway? If so, how?
4) Are you able to see where the deposition is occurring? If so, where did it occur?

1) Did your town survive scenario 1 (flash flood)? If not, what could you have done to better your town's chances of surviving?
2) Did your town survive scenario 2 (Storm of Death)? If not, what could you have done to better your town's chances of surviving?


Helpful Websites

Kids-Know-it Network- a website which includes learning activities for several different subject areas including Geology

Geology for Kids- An indepth online geology textbook written for kids. Learn about the world beneath you

Geology- Current events and news about geology

Rocks for Kids- The place to find out info about rocks and minerals

Rockhound Kids- The place for kids who love rocks

National Geographic Kids- A website for wonderful info about all sorts of things



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